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| Author: | David Newton [ Thu Apr 23, 2009 6:31 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Cork sanding blocks |
Hi. I make these up from 1/4" composition cork that comes in sheets and rolls. You could ask at a commercial cabinet shop, they use it to make bulletin boards and such, for schools and hospitals. I laminate 4 or more pieces with HHG, and clamp them flat with plywood. When dry, cut them down on the bandsaw. I use the sticky back sandpaper that comes in rolls. I love the little 1"x1"x5" block for sides, see how the corners are rounded not to catch in the waist. |
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| Author: | Ken C [ Thu Apr 23, 2009 6:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Cork sanding blocks |
Never used a solid cork block, but I glue 1/4" cork to the bottom of wooden blocks for sanding. |
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| Author: | SteveSmith [ Thu Apr 23, 2009 6:55 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Cork sanding blocks |
Good idea. I've used leather for the same thing but I like the cork idea better - I'll have to make some up. |
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| Author: | David Newton [ Fri Apr 24, 2009 10:04 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Cork sanding blocks |
No reason not to glue them to a wood block. I like the lightness of them, the ability to grind them to shape easily, and I wrap all four sides with sandpaper. |
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